Industrial climate control at its best
Munters dehumidification system is based on the patented absorption rotor – the desiccant wheel. It was invented by Carl Munters in 1948 and became the foundation of the company. The evaporative humidification and cooling pads, also known as pads, are the second fundamental technology in our various products and systems.
In 1951, Carl Munters patented a desiccant-based drying system for cold storage rooms, recognizing the potential of silica gel to remove moisture. Today, his invention has evolved into a range of rotors that are at the heart of our dehumidification systems.
Their job? To remove moisture from any indoor environment, 24/7.
The concept is simple: As processed air passes through the rotor, it is dehumidified, and the dry material rotates to continuously absorb moisture.
Our dehumidification systems control humidity in commercial buildings and industrial processes, and the benefits are many: corrosion prevention, reduced microbial growth, such as mold and bacteria, condensation removal and improved production environment.
Over 20 major industries critical to society, such food and agriculture to pharmaceuticals and electronics, benefit from these systems every day.
A cost-effective way to dry air
Industrial dehumidification systems have gained popularity due to lower costs from economies of scale, modular designs, and excellent reliability. These systems are also energy-efficient, and we continually strive to make them more environmentally friendly by using waste heat from sources like condensers to dry the desiccant wheel.
While efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness are standard in the market, we go further by enhancing rotors to ensure operator health, safety, and hygiene. Independent bodies, such as the Swedish Institute for Food and Biotechnology, regularly test the rotors to confirm their bactericidal and fungicidal properties.
At Munters, we say, "There is always a better way," but so far, we have not found a better way to dry air than with desiccant rotors. Sometimes, an original idea from 1951 remains the best solution.
Munters evaporative cooling pad – An energy-efficient way to cool air
The evaporative cooling pad is another of Carl Munters earliest inventions. It became one of our core climate control technologies in the 1950s. This product has not only endured 70 years in a competitive market but also set the benchmark for all evaporative cooling pads in the industry.
Ideal for data center cooling
Evaporative cooling uses little energy, making it ideal for energy-intensive industries. Large facilities such as server halls and data centers benefit from solutions that keep operating costs low while combining humidification and cooling.
Using the law of nature, our pads only need air and water to achieve the desired temperature. When hot air passes through the water-soaked pad, it results in cooler air.